security insider august 2014

THE MAGAZINE FOR SECURITY PROFESSIONALSTHE MAGAZINE FOR SECURITY PROFESSIONALS

VOL.19 | ISSUE.1 | APR 2014

PUBLISHED BY THE AUSTRALIAN SECURITY INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION [ M AG A Z I N E ]

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Government procurement: how low is too low?

2014 Australian Security Industry Awards for Excellence

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…. you cannot contract out of the responsibility for your labour costs.”

Natalie James,Fair Work Ombudsman

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CONTENTSVOL.19 | ISSUE.1 | APRIL 2014

PROMOTING THE USEOF ASIAL MEMBERS

ASIAL Strategic Partners:

09THE NBN - WHERETO NOW?

24 30

08 | President’s message

09 | Security 2014 Gala dinner

and conference

10 | Privacy legislation changes

14 | ASQA inquiry

16 | 2014 Australian Security

Industry Awards for Excellence

20 | Changes to specialist cabling

competencies

32 | Help your employees catch

their super

34 | A busy year ahead in

Workplace Relations

36 | ASIAL new member listing /

Recognition program

37 | ASIAL Monitoring centre

certification listing

38 | Hot products

42 | ASIAL Calendar of events

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Security 2014 wrap up

Devon Minchin

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28 | SME’s have their say36 | ASIAL new member listing and recognition program42 | Understanding Physical Security Information Management

46 | ASIAL Monitoring centre certification listing47 | Hot products50 | ASIAL Calendar of events

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CONTENTSVOL.19 | ISSUE.1 | APRIL 2014

PROMOTING THE USEOF ASIAL MEMBERS

ASIAL Strategic Partners:

09THE NBN - WHERETO NOW?

24 30

08 | President’s message

09 | Security 2014 Gala dinner

and conference

10 | Privacy legislation changes

14 | ASQA inquiry

16 | 2014 Australian Security

Industry Awards for Excellence

20 | Changes to specialist cabling

competencies

32 | Help your employees catch

their super

34 | A busy year ahead in

Workplace Relations

36 | ASIAL new member listing /

Recognition program

37 | ASIAL Monitoring centre

certification listing

38 | Hot products

42 | ASIAL Calendar of events

ARE YOU PREPARED?

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As the recently launched Local Government Procurement Initiative clearly illustrates (see

pages 22-24 for more information), ASIAL is not afraid to take proactive action to address issues facing the industry.

Whilst the initiative launched in June by the Fair Work Ombudsman (FWO) targets local councils, the message is of relevance to all levels of government and business. We all have an obligation to ensure that contractors and subcontractors can prove compliance with workplace laws, not just at the start but throughout the term of the contract.

Another important step taken by the Association is the signing of a three-year Memorandum of Understanding on behalf of its members with FWO aimed at creating and maintaining fair workplaces and a level playing field for employers. The MoU reaffirms ASIAL’s commitment to work with FWO to promote and achieve workplace compliance.

The MoU means that FWO will provide advice to ASIAL about how it can assist its members to meet their workplace obligations as employers. In turn ASIAL will brief FWO of any problems faced by the industry that can act as barriers to compliance. Together we will work together to devise appropriate solutions.

The MoU builds on the strong relationship the Association has with FWO and will undoubtedly benefit the industry as a whole.

I would like to remind you of the

upcoming 2014 Australian Security Industry Awards for Excellence to be presented on the 23 October 2014. Now in their 19th year, the awards provide an opportunity to recognise excellence within the industry. Further information is available on the ASIAL web site www.asial.com.au.

Nominations close on the 10th September 2014, so if you haven’t already done so, now is the time to do something about it. As the saying goes, “you have to be in it to win it”.

Finally, I would like to mention the ASIAL Security 2014 Gala Dinner held on the 5th June in Melbourne. The evening was a tremendous success - excellent entertainment and a great opportunity to catch up and network with industry colleagues. The response to the event returning to Melbourne was so strong that the event will now return there again in July 2015.

Kevin McDonaldPresident

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

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After more than a decade, theSecurity 2014 Exhibition andConference returns to Melbourne

in early June. Judging by the strongresponse from exhibitors, the long awaitedreturn has been well received.This year’sevent will run from the 4-6th June at theMelbourne Exhibition & ConventionCentre.

It is now nearly 30 yearssince a small group of ASIALindustry representativesorganised the first industryexhibition. It is pleasing to seethat the event continues to gofrom strength to strength andprovide an opportunity for theindustry to showcase theimpressive array of products and servicesit offers.Through the ongoing partnershipbetween Diversified CommunicationsAustralia and ASIAL, the Associationcontinues to play a key role in helping toshowcase the industry’s capabilities.

This year’s expanded exhibition floorspace and outstanding conferenceprogram provides an excellent opportunityto view the latest security technologies,hear from internationally renownedexperts, as well as network and socialisewith industry colleagues from across thecountry.

Another important industry event Iwould like to bring your attention to is the19th Annual Australian Security IndustryAwards for Excellence to be held inSydney on the 23rd October 2014. Ourindustry performs an increasinglyimportant role in the Australian economyand it is important that this is recognisedthrough awards programs such as this.Nominations are now open for the awards,so I urge you to consider lodging anapplication. Further details are available onpage 28 and through the ASIAL web site.

Later this yearASIAL’s board electionswill be conducted by the AustralianElectoral Commission. Members will benotified in due course by the AEC about

arrangements for the election.Thisprocess allows for every Duly AuthorisedRepresentative of a financial corporatemember the opportunity to submit apostal vote.

In my previous President’s Message, Iwrote about the importance of goodgovernance practices. Failure to do the

right thing more often than notwill result in negativeconsequences for yourorganisation.

As an Association ASIALactively enforces itsProfessional Code of Conduct,a position matched by ouractions.The ASIAL Board’srecent decision to expel

Hootspah Pty Limited from itsmembership and to impose a $120,000financial sanction and specificcompliance requirements on the KingsSecurity Group highlights this.Thecontinuation of the Kings Security Group’sASIAL membership was conditional onaccepting and complying with payment ofthe sanction and meeting specificcompliance requirements.The companyadvised that it was unable to maintain itsmembership as required by the ASIALBoard, and as a result theirASIALmembership was relinquished.

Whilst it is important to learn from themistakes of others, it is equally asimportant to understand that complianceis not a dirty word. For our industry togrow and flourish, it is vital that wedevelop a stronger culture of compliance.

Finally, I look forward to seeing many ofyou at Security 2014 in Melbourne or laterin the year at the 2014 Australian SecurityIndustry Awards for Excellence.

Kevin McDonaldPresident

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DEvoN GEoRGE MINChINFriday 30th May 2014 sadly saw the passing of a remarkable man. A man who during his 95 years, led a remarkable and very full life. A man who, among his many achievements was also the founding President of ASIAL - Devon George Minchin.

Born on the 28th May 1919, Devon was educated at Knox Grammar School and Sydney University. He began writing while serving as a fighter bomber pilot with the RAAF in the Western Desert, with his first novel being The Potato Man (1044).

After the war he spent time pioneering the timber industry in Sarawak (Malaysia) and later running an advertising agency in Hong Kong. In 1954 he founded what went on to become Australia’s largest armoured car/security business - Metropolitan Security Services.

In 1964 he went on tour with the Beatles as part of their security for their now infamous tour of Australia. Speaking of his 6 weeks with the Beatles he said they were “naive youths who needed a good talking-to”. He says John Lennon was a “bloody idiot” with no concern for his safety. And the band was girl-crazy!

In 1969 he was instrumental in establishing ASIAL, becoming the Association’s very first President.

After selling Metropolitan Security Services in 1970, Devon went on to become a successful entrepreneur, in everything from pineapple farming to writing fiction. His novel ‘The Money Movers’ based on his experiences at MSS was turned into a movie directed by Bruce Beresford.

In 1999 he was awarded Life Membership of ASIAL at the Association’s 30th Anniversary

dinner. His address to the dinner was passionate and inspiring, one that will not be forgotten by any of those who attended.

A few years ago, Past ASIAL President Larry Circosta visited Devon at his home in Noosa to present him with a framed photo of the ASIAL honour board listing him as the founding President (see photo below). He appreciated the gesture and was touched that the contribution he made all those years ago was still acknowledged.

Devon’s passing represents the end of an era for ASIAL, being the last living member of the first ASIAL Board. However, over 45 years on, his legacy remains as the Association becomes goes from strength to strength.

A full profile of Devon’s remarkable life can be viewed on the ASIAL website.

“Devon’s passing represents the end of an era for ASIAL, being the last living member of the first ASIAL Board.”

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The Australian Electoral Commission has provided ASIAL with the election timetable for the upcoming Board elections. The cut off date for eligibility to vote or nominate a candidate was the 2nd July 2014.• Closeofvotingroll:

2 July 2014

• Openingofnominations: 1 August 2014

• Closeofnominations: 22 August 2014

• Postalballotopens: 1October2014

• Postalballotcloses: 22October2014

• Scrutinyofballotpapers: 23October2014(atthe

officeoftheReturningOfficerat10:00am)If there has been a staff

change please make sure that you update us with your current primary contact otherwise the nomination form will be sent to the Duly Appointed Representative we have on our records.

On 4 June 2014 the Fair Work Commission handed down the decision to increase Modern Award rates of pay by 3% rounded to the nearest 10 cents. The increase came come into effect from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2014.

At the same time, all transitional awards have increased to the Modern Award pay and conditions. Allowances

will automatically increase as they are expressed as a percentage of the standard rate in each award. The Super Guarantee Levy will have increased on July 1, 2014 by 0.25%.

ASIAL members wishing to access rate schedules for the Security Services Industry Award 2010 and allowances can do so by logging into the ASIAL Members area (www.asial.com.au)

SMe Survey – 4 yearly MoDern awarD reviewThe 4-yearly Modern Award Review will be undertaken in 2014. To assist in developing its submission to the Fair Work Commission to vary relevant Modern Awards with a view to making them simpler to understand and comply with, as well as to provide the flexibility required by both employers and employees ASIAL conducted a survey of small (1-19 employees) and medium businesses (20-199 employees).

A summary of the responses received and the Association’s comments on the issues raised can be found in the members area of the ASIAL website.

roaD Safety reMuneration tribunal coMMenceS inquiry into the caSh in tranSit inDuStryThe Road Safety Remuneration Tribunal (RSRT) is an independent, national tribunal that has functions relating to the road transport industry.On9July2014,itannounced the commencement of an inquiry into the Cash in Transit industry, as part of its second annual work program.

The RSRT has invited interested parties to make submissions on issues, incentives, pressures or practices affecting safety and fairness in the Cash in Transit industry that may be improved by

a road safety remuneration order covering relevant employee and/or contractor road transport drivers, their employers or hirers, and participants in the supply chain in relation to those drivers.

Written submissions are due by Monday, 25 August 2014. The RSRT will also conduct proceedings in most capital cities throughout September and October2014forthoseinterestedin providing oral submissions.

Further information on the Cash in Transit industry inquiry and other functions of the RSRT can be found on the RSRT website.

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2014 AUSTRALIAN SECURITY INDUSTRY AWARDS foR ExCELLENCENominations are now open for the 19th annual Security Industry Awards for Excellence. Individual award categories include:

General Security - recognises excellence within the security ‘manpower’ sector of the industry for an individual who has gone beyond what could reasonably have been expected of them in providing a level of service that exceeds client’s expectations.

Technical Security - recognises excellence within the technical security sector of the industry, including but not limited to technical expertise an individual will have demonstrated an outstanding level of innovation and service delivery.

Security Student of the Year - recognises an individual who has completed studies in a security discipline resulting in the award of a certified educational qualification of or above Certificate III up to Degree level (including an apprentice or trainee).

Security Management – this award is presented to an individual who has demonstrated excellence in a senior operational or administration security management role, and who has demonstrated an ability to inspire and lead by example or introduced a significant change in practice.

Organisational achievement award categories include:

In-House Security Team - presented to an in-house security team that has demonstrated collective excellence in delivering the security strategy for their organisation.

Training - recognises innovation and excellence in the development and/or delivery of a training initiative or program that promotes sound working practices in the security sector. Integrated Security Solution (projects above $250,000) – recognises an organisation that has demonstrated innovation and excellence in the integration of electronic security system solution valued at more than $250,000 completed within the past 12 months.

Technical Security Solution (projects below $250,000) - recognises an organisation that has demonstrated innovation and excellence in the installation/application of electronic security systems for a project valued at less than $250,000 within the past 12 months.

Special Security Event or Project – recognises an individual or group who has/have demonstrated excellence in the provision of security services to an event or completed a security project of significance with regard to its outcome, benefits, initiative,

complexity or challenges. The award applies to a security event or project completed within the past 12 months.

An independent panel chaired by an ASIAL representative will judge each nomination based on the criteria set out for each award category. The 2014 judging panel willinclude:• DamianMcMeekin,Headof

Group Security, ANZ. • AlanRoss,CEO,Construction

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• VladoDamjanovski,CCTVSpecialist,ViDiLabsPtyLtd.

• MichaelGale,Manager-Security,Sydney Water.

Key Dates to remember •10th September 2014 –

Nominations close • 23rdOctober2014 – Award

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More than 4,500 security industry professionals from Australia and as far as the Netherlands converged on the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre for the 29th Annual Security Exhibition and Conference earlier this month – making it the most successful event in its history.

Held in Melbourne for the first time in more than a decade, leading local and international product and service suppliers including the likes of Hills Ltd, Honeywell and Ness Corporation unveiled the latest security technology innovation and products available on the Australian market to a packed show floor.

The seminar series and the annual ASIAL conference were big drawcards featuring local and international speakers.

Exhibition Manager, Kylie McRorie said, “This year we achieved a record number of individual registrations for Melbourne and had 167 brands exhibiting, despite this being the first time in more than 10 years the event was held in Melbourne,” Ms McRorie said.

This year’s Best New Product Award recognised leading video

analyticsbrandIOmniscient.Thecompany took home the award for their iQ Face system – a product designed to enhance public safety and security by providing end users with the unique ability to detect, capture and identify a face in a crowd using face recording, matching and recognition technologies.

The 30th annual Security Exhibition and Conference will be held at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, 15-17 July 8-10, 2015.

“Next year will no doubt be our biggest yet as we celebrate the event’s 30th year. 80% of

the show floor has already been booked,” Ms McRorie said.

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GovERNMENT PRoCUREMENT: hoW loW IS Too loW?

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g By Bryan de Caires

A 2013 ASIAL member survey found that 27% of respondents chose not to tender for government contracts because they simply couldn’t compete with the contract prices quoted by others and couldn’t make a sustainable profit.

Ofthe73%whostatedthattheydid compete for government work, price was by far the most important factor in determining the outcome. Quality service provision and the requirement to provide proof of the ability to deliver the service ran a distant second and third.

Understandably, the question asked is how can it be possible for some security providers to win government security contracts at such low rates and yet still meet all of their statutory compliance obligations?

The concern is that some government procurement officers may be turning a blind eye when it comes to awarding security contracts. A view succinctly summed up in the following responsetothe2013ASIALsurvey:

“It seems curious that government departments such as Fair Work threaten to target low cost providers

over non-compliance, yet most other government agencies blindly award contracts to low cost providers that could not possibly be compliant given the low prices they submit”.

In 2013, ASIAL raised concerns withtheFairWorkOmbudsman(FWO)following member feedback about the lack of transparency and fairness in the awarding of local government tenders to private security companies, often at the lowest price.

Totheircredit,FWOwaspreparedto listen and engage with ASIAL in addressingthisissue.Overtimethisengagement has evolved in to a national campaign initially targeting local government procurement with the aim of shifting the focus from price alone, to performance.

The first phase of the initiative has commenced through an education campaign targeting local councils, their procurement managers and councillors.

Speaking of the initiative, the FairWorkOmbudsmanNatalieJames says councils should assure themselves that low-cost contracts are not resulting in security firms

underpaying their employees their lawful minimum entitlements.

“If a council is buying in security services at a price that does not allow the contractor to pay an average of $24 an hour, then there is a real possibility the employee is being underpaid,” she cautioned.

In highlighting a $24 hourly charge-outrate,MsJamessaidFWOwasinno way trying to influence the pricing behaviour of legitimate operators or establish a pricing benchmark. However she said the figure had been identified as a level at which, rather than being competitive, may indicate problems with the proposed service delivery.

Ms James says it is important that councils throughout Australia understand and comply with federal workplace laws when they buy-in security services.

“It is not acceptable for Local Government to outsource work to the lowest-cost provider and then turn a blind eye if it results in workers being treated unfairly,” she said.

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education campaign, one that will remind security contractors of their obligations to pay minimum wages – but also draw Local Government’s attention to its responsibilities.

Councils (along with State and Federal government agencies) need to ensure that their procurement decisions do not undermine compliance with workplace laws.

FWOplanstopublishnewresources to help local government managers, including a template questionnaire for contractors vying for council work. Councils will also be apprised of minimum pay rates applicable under the Security Services

Industry Award 2010.“We want to be sure low-cost

contracts are the result of efficient business practices, rather than the underpayment of employee entitlements,” Ms James said.

“We want to encourage councils to ask questions before they sign on the dotted line.”

FWOplanstorunanumberofeducative webinars and presentations for local government explaining procurement chain obligations. It will also audit the procurement practices of a number of councils in each state next year.

A key point for government

procurement officers and security managers to note is that under s550 oftheFairWorkAct2009,FWOmayalso pursue legal action against individuals and corporations including Local Councils (who are knowingly involved in a contravention – like being aware that the employee couldn’t possibly be paid correctly based on the price of the service agreed).

The awareness campaign (and subsequent enforcement campaign) will, it is hoped, help to benefit security providers who comply with workplace laws by creating a genuine level playing field.

The security industry is a highly

“Ms James says it is important that councils throughout Australia understand and comply with federal workplace laws when they buy-in security services.”




competitive environment with contractors constantly under pressure to operate efficiently and keep costs low to win work. Competition is not the concern, rather the ability of low cost providers to fully comply with workplace laws.

What the Local Government Procurement Initiative does is to send a clear message to government agencies that they do have a responsibility to ensure that workers who perform duties on their premises are paid their full lawful entitlements, even if they do not directly employ them.

But it won’t and shouldn’t stop with local government. State and Federal agencies along with private sector users of security services need to recognise their responsibility to do more than just go through the motions when awarding contracts. They have an obligation to ensure that contractors and sub contractors can prove compliance with workplace laws, not just at the beginning but throughout the life of the contract. Failure to do so may have damaging consequences

As Natalie James says “If you’re contracting out, and the price seems too good to be true, someone’s probably getting ripped off. And if it turns out to be the workers, and it turns out you half knew that, then you are in danger yourself of having been involved in a contravention.”

“And we will be talking to you because you cannot contract out of the responsibility for your labour costs.”

what ShoulD you look for in a Security proviDer?

Professional Security providers are often members of peak industry associations, are adequately insured, train their employees well, use only appropriately licensed personnel, provide wages and conditions in accordance with a lawful industrial instrument and have a good reputation. To help assess the credentials of a security provider, some of thekeycriteriatoconsiderinclude:

•Adequate / current insurance cover – view documents and ensure that they are current and provide coverage suitable to your requirements.

•A good reputation – investigate the provider’s reputation to ensure that they have maintained good relationships with customers, are trustworthy and dependable.

•References – request and check references to obtain a valuable insight as to the reliability and performance of the security firm. ASIC and business search tools to check trading history can be very helpful.

•Training – review the security firm’s training regime and request supporting documentation to support their assertions.

•Equipment – ensure equipment to be provided by the security firm is fit for purpose and meets all work health and safety requirements.

•Costs – understand financial arrangements with the security firm regarding the planned invoicing cycle, rise and fall cost management, cost drivers, rate reviews, additional charges and award/agreement impact.

•Written Contract – defining the rights and responsibilities between client and security provider should be detailed and written, including dispute resolution processes, contract review, extensions and termination.

•Management – experienced management personnel with specialist expertise in the security industry will ensure effective delivery and well-trained and supervised staff.

•Crowd controllers /Security Officers – you should request evidence that only appropriately licensed and trained personnel work on site.

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NBN – where to now? Since the Abbott Liberal Government was elected last year a question that is often asked is what’s happening with the NBN?

Well, I can assure you that the rolloutisverymuchunderway.OnMay 23rd 2014, 15 fibre ready areas were cut off from the copper network affecting 28,000 customers. The NBN Co have announced a further 16 areas will be progressively cut off from the copper network this year, which will represent approximately 200,000 customers.

The NBN fixed wireless service now has 106,000 customers. A clear indication from these figures is that people outside of the major cities want better broadband.

It is very important for end users to understand that if they do not take action, existing alarm systems will not work after the copper network is disconnectedintheirarea.Variouschanges such as in home wiring or reconfiguration of the control panel may be needed to ensure services will continue to operate. The costs of any wiring changes are the responsibility of the home owner. Alarm system service providers should be communicating with their customers to ensure they are not left behind.

In late 2013, NBN Co and its Shareholders completed a strategic review of the NBN. This strategic review has recommended that the NBN Co adopt a ‘Multi-Technology Mix’ (MTM) approach that leverages existing broadband access networks to deliver broadband services to Australian premises.

As part of this approach, Telstra

has signed a $150 million deal with the Government and NBN Co to commence a pilot fibre to the node (FTTN) rollout

The market for security systems and other aging business models is going to change given the billions of dollars being spent on the NBN. It would be naive to believe that all they are doing is replicating a telephone and a broadband connection.

Telephony companies have been observing this space and scrutinising their business models. How do they increase revenue and what other services can they offer on a fast broadband connection.

Telstra have now jumped into the security market announcing a joint venture with SNP Security to provide systems and monitored alarms. The security industry in Australia now has a 1000kg gorilla about to flex its muscle. In addition to Telstra’s domestic customer base they also have approximately 1 million business customers they can target with other services. This will be a game changer for the local security market as TelstraSNP (TSM) structures their ‘go to market’ strategy.

The connected home will gain traction as demand for more services increases, so too will the opportunity for integrators to offer more than just the traditional alarm system. To benefit from a connected home wiring becomes an important part of the equation. Sure, wireless can be used but a structured cabling system will pay dividends in the future.

Some of the future opportunities that are becoming more affordable andaccessibleare:

• Home automation• Safety, security including video• Communications• Entertainment• Energy management• Digital home health• Intelligent light and power• Electric vehicles

As these new opportunities emerge it is vital that as an industry that we do not overlook the need to ensure that there is a suitably skilled workforce to provide the services now available.

From 1 July 2014 the Australian Communications Media Authority (ACMA) has changed the regulatory requirements for registration and installation practices of cablers. Cablers are now required to have the correct competencies when performing specialised cabling such as structured, co-axial, fibre, underground and aerial.

Through the Security Technician Certification program, ASIAL has over the past two years encouraged security technicians to upskill to enable them to work on services provided over the NBN. Despite cuts in the May budget, government incentives are still available that provides employers with funding to train technicians.

The electronic security market is a dynamic sector which offers exciting opportunities and challenges in the migration to IP and cloud based solutions. It’s a timely reminder to service providers to review their strategies and ensure that they are prepared for the future, if not you may find yourself missing out.

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SME’S hAvE ThEIR SAY

The comments of those who participated were helpful and give an insight into what SME’s believe are major impediments to operating a security business under the regulations that apply to wages and conditions.

Here are some of your comments and our answers, and in some cases clarification. We trust this will be helpful and/or promote more debate. We cannot reproduce every comment here, however we have provided a selection under common headings.

Your comments relating to penalty ratesPenalty rates are far too high for the average domestic customer to be able to afford for call outs etc.

Clients do not care how much you pay staff/guards, they only look at how cheap they can get guards for, particularly large government and private enterprise contracts.

ThechangingoftheOvertime,andSaturday Penalty rates to 2 at time and half and the remainder at double is creating an extreme in pricing for all after hours work if you have permanent employees. The Saturday work needs to be returned to a straight fours hours minimum at time and half and then

double time for the remainder of the shift.

It is absurd that penalty rates apply to what is unquestionably a 24hr role, not a 9-5.

It must be emphasised that penalty rates are a killer for this industry, especially in an era of extreme client price sensitivity. There is a multiplier affect when base rates are increased as a result of a National Wage Case.

Penalty rates and overtime are restricting our growth which in turn stops us from employing more people.

ASIAL comment:• Justtobeclear,weekendandPublic

Holiday penalty rates apply in the followingway:

• Saturday(allday)=oneandahalftimes (50% penalty) the ordinary rate of pay;

• Sunday(allday)=twotimes(100%penalty) the ordinary rate of pay

• PublicHolidays(allday)=twoandahalf times (150% penalty) the ordinary rate of pay.

• Penaltyrateshavebeenpartofemployee entitlements in awards for almost a century. Recently the Fair Work Commission, after lengthy

hearings and employer submissions, varied Sunday penalty rates in the Restaurant Industry Award. ASIAL will consider the value of seeking variations to the Security Services Industry Award 2010 to reduce or eliminate some penalty rates. The Fair Work Commission has indicated that such submissions need to be comprehensive and provide evidentiary support. Unions have made it clear that they will strongly oppose any action by employers to reduce penalty rates.

Your comments relating to hours of workMore flexibility for time in lieu would be great if it is agreeable with the employee.

Number of casual hours guards can work before they should be engaged as a full time employee.

Need to change restrictions to the rotation rosters allowing 12 hours shifts as part of the award.

ASIAL comment:• 12hourordinaryshiftsareand

have been an integral part of the manpower side of our industry. Clients expect 12 hour shifts and most employees expect to work 12

As many of you will know, ASIAl recently surveyed Small/Medium sized business (SME) members to assist our efforts with the fair Work ombudsman in developing a program of education and audit of local government. (see pages 22-24 of this issue)


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hour shifts. It is not appropriate for employers to be required to enter into either an individual or collective agreement to enable this industry wide practice to be introduced when it has already existed for many years.

• ASIALhasmadeanapplicationtovary the award to allow for 12 ordinary hours to be a standard part of the contract of employment. We have also applied to have the consultation clause relating to change of roster to be changed to reflect the clauses that already exist in the award i.e. 7 days notice of change of roster for full time employees, 1 hours notice for casuals.

Your comments relating to rates of pay, subcontracting and competingMost commercial increase terms are based on CPI Therefore every wage increase should be simply based on CPI.

The clients I contract to are on an hourly rate of pay less than a security officer. It would be great if security pay went up every 2 years instead of yearly.

Not being able to get an EBA drawn up to compete with hourly rates of other companies prior to 2009.In some cases I have to pay my guards what other companies are charging.

Have every company on modern award or implement something so every one is on an equal playing field. It is totally unfair will eventually have to close my business down after 10 years and lose employees and try and find new employment at 54 years of age.

Legislation Government has created this imbalance in the security industry. All for the Modern award. There was a 5 year transitional period. So why haven’t all companies transitioned? There are companies trading irresponsibly.

As a business operating in New South Wales and Queensland and employing some casual guards, we constantly compete with dodgy companies paying much less that award wages. We have spoken to the Fair Work Commission on numerous occasions with proof that this is happening, giving names, dates, etc. but have been informed that nothing can be done unless an employee makes a

complaint. It is becoming impossible to compete for contracts whilst paying award wages and entitlements yet so many other companies do so without ever being audited.

The Government should be held accountable for the following that is happening.- Business folding can’t compete

because of price- Employee working for lower wages

than governed by the modern award- Increased hardship as those in the

security industry are working for lower wages after being employed with firms paying the modern award.

- Increasedunemploymentassistance:now being paid a lower wage after budgeting when employed under the modern award. Seek government assistance to make up the difference.

Lack of enforcementLack of real auditing of businesses working under unfair conditions within ABN rules.

Clients expect small companies to do the job cheap. Big companies expect small companies to do the job cheaply while they charge normal prices and make good profits. Small companies have been and are still being squeezed and then run the risk of Fair Work hitting them up for Award breaches.

Subcontracting and sham contracting. We price jobs at $33 an hour, less than award as we have the ability to use labour hire guards on an EBA, and STILL regularly lose out to companies charging $23 an hour and paying international students $12 an hour. The law needs to get serious when it comes to ABN and sham contracting.

Security is a 24/7 business. It doesn’t fit with any viable business model to have such high penalty rates and restrictions on wage lengths.

Large company’s that use small company’s as subcontractor should be made to pay them on time or pay a penalty amount as it is very important to have a cash flow.

Power needs to be given back to the employer to make its own decisions about its own business in particular in terminating, correcting overpayments, applyingpenaltyrates.Forexample:

the market dictates what an employee is worth (if you are paying enough you will have competent staff, if you are not the business will have problems with turnover and that is costly for a business so business will pay more to keep staff), termination complaints should be reviewed just as they are in other claims totheFWOandstoppediftheyarefound to be just rather than go straight to conciliation, employers should have the right to reclaim overpayments at a rate which the employee agrees and if the employee refuses to pay it back the employer should have the option to go totheFWOtohaveitinvestigated.

ASIAL comment:• Annualwageadjustmentstoawards

have been in place in one form or another for decades. Rates of Pay in all 122 Modern Awards are reviewed and increases implemented each year on 1 July.

• Awardincreasesapplytoallclassification levels in the award. This year (2014) the increase is 3%.

• TheAnnualWageReviewPanelisindependent from Government and The Fair Work Commission.

• Thepanelconsidersarangeofinformation including but not limited to CPI, Government, Employer and Union submissions and economic data.

• Increasesaretothebaserateofpay in an award and do not apply to over award payments or enterprise agreements (unless the agreement allows for increases based on the annual wage review).

• Thereisnota“levelplayingfield”.Some employers were able to take advantage of opportunities to make bona fide enterprise agreements prior to 2009 and therefor enjoy a competitive advantage over others. Some businesses have chosen to circumvent the system by using subcontractors (often this means sham arrangements) and some employers operate outside the law paying flat rates and cash in hand payments.

• Overpaymenttoemployees.Anemployer may have a company policy regarding recovery of overpayments to staff, provided the employee


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agrees to the arrangement in each instance. ASIAL can assist with this.

• ASIALandtheFairWorkOmbudsmanare working closely together to improve compliance especially in the area of sham subcontracting and also clients demanding unreasonable prices for security services.

• S.550oftheFairWorkAct2009 allows a prosecution of a client knowingly involved in the contravention of an award. There have been such prosecutions in our industry.

• TheFairWorkCommissionisnottheright place to make complaints about competitors’ unlawful behavior.

• InvestigationsandprosecutionscanoccurwhenASIALand/orFWOareprovided with evidence of a breach or reasonable suspicion – like tenders being awarded at ridiculously low rates eg $24.00 per hour.

• SeetheannouncementonASIALwebsite re The Local Government Procurement Initiative. This is the beginning of a long campaign by ASIALandFWOtoeducateandauditclients who award tenders on price without giving proper consideration of the costs involved in providing security services while remaining compliant.

Your comments relating to termination of employment and unfair dismissal Power needs to be given back to the employer to make its own decisions about its own business in particular in terminating, correcting overpayments, applying penalty rates. Termination complaints should be reviewed just astheyareinotherclaimstotheFWOand stopped if they are found to be just rather than go straight to conciliation.

Oneofourbiggestconcernsisthelack of rights that business owners now have. All of the rights currently sit with the employee. We now find ourselves in a position w here we simply cannot terminate an employee without being subject to a unfair dismissal claim or Workcover stress claim despite having valid reasons for the dismissal. Employees are now very much aware that the “system” is very much on their side and there is little that we can do to

object.Following all the guidelines when

terminating an employee we have still several times had to front up to conciliationwiththeFWO.Thisisonesided and unreasonable. Also when attending conciliation and it is obvious the employer had the right to terminate the employment relationship the conciliator has no power to throw out the claim. The employer is then threatened that it may cost them up to $10,000 to defend the claim in court.

Client dissatisfaction may require a security provider to lay off a staff member who is otherwise protected, yet for whom there may be no alternative work. Given the choice between flicking the employee or losing the contract, the employer should have some protection.

Never fair on the employer in termination cases for small business.

Unfair dismissal is used as a tool to gettheFWOtoleversome“goaway”money out of the employer. The bullying provisions are going to be a massive problem once people wake up to how they can be applied the same way.

We are currently engaged in an unfair dismissal case and as an employer it seems we have no rights at all to dismiss a casual worker due to his intolerable work ethic (racially abuse and use of offensive language against an ambulance officer together with many refusals to carry out everyday duties) even though it has jeopardised our security contract and the employment of his workmates.

There seems to be little rights to the employer when it comes to dismissal. It seems that employee can make a false accusation against an employer without any recourse. The legal system still protects them even knowing they have falsely made a statement that is not true. This only causes disruption and undue attention from Fair work.

ASIAL comment:• ASIALagreesthatthecurrentsystem

dealing with alleged unfair dismissals is biased in favour of the employee. The system under WorkChoices saw a much-reduced incidence of claims.

• Youdonothavetopaybigmoneyfor representation. ASIAL can and does assist members through the

conciliation process and beyond (if it gets that far) at very fair rates to members. Rarely more than a few hundred dollars for a conciliation.

• ASIALprovidesmemberswithassistance, advice and representation before during and after dismissal and before industrial tribunals. We help members minimise the risks of dismissal and represent members in the conciliation process to avoid “go away money” and reduce the cost of further arbitration.

• Wealsoprovidetrainingprogramsfor members to improve their understanding of the process involved in disciplinary interviews and dismissals so that employers are better equipped to deal with these issues as they arise.

• Howeverthephoneconciliationprocess is a better alternative to fronting up to a formal conference and the cost involved is much less than it used to be.

Other commentsInregardstotheSecurityOfficersAwardI would like there to be a classification for those that are undergoing training. As an operator of a monitoring centre we provide all training in house.

Introduce a modern award for soft skin cash in transit.

Personal leave is a free for all. They may as well just add it to annual leave. Employees claim it effectively without control.

Casual employees who are subsequently deemed to be part-time or full-time derive a double-dip benefit of casual loadings and (subsequently in arrears) leave benefits. It can’t work both ways.

The default to using union rep for negotiations if there are enough members for a union majority, leaves other employees disenfranchised and voiceless.’’

Superannuation should be paid progressively each month or pay period as earned.

Increase super/ increase to the modern award from July 2014/ sourcing quality personnel/ not having the control of running your business the way we would like to run it, for fear of Fair Work issuing a fine if you do something wrong.


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Insurances and Workers Compensation insurance in particular are being applied as a flat percentage of turnover or wages based on industry not duties e.g. paying 12.5% WC after 7 years and no claims even for admin staff who run the risk of a paper cut.

A Modern Award that is easier to comprehend, with user-friendly guidelines to follow.

Would like the option to pay our staff monthly like we were paying previously 2 weeks in arrears 2 weeks in advance this was changed when we were audited by the commission and requested us to change to 2 weeks in arrears.

The new workplace bullying legislation is all one sided. There is zero legislative protection for Leading hands, supervisors, managers for reverse bullying. How can is this legislation considered “FAIR”.

Keep it simple for the average (employee) person can interpret and understand.

Redundancy payments are difficult prepare for as to timing and amount. Unacceptable in contracts where fixed term is not applicable.

More explanation as to relevance of allowances, e.g. location allowances.

Daylight Saving not classified or detailed in Award. Confusion between employers and employees.

Currently pay by the clock, rotating shifts mean different employees working at time changes.

Employees should be given the opportunity to cash out their leave. We had an employee who found himself in a difficult financial situation and we were unable to help him out by cashing out a portion of his annual leave so that he could continue to work.

ASIAL comment:• Thereisanawardforsoftskin(non

armoured) CIT. It is the Transport Industry Cash in Transit Award 2010. It includes provisions for both Armoured and Non Armoured CIT.

• Dealingwithabsenteeissues,

personal leave etc. can be time consuming for small business, that’s true, however not dealing with these issues creates bigger problems later on. ASIAL can provide assistance with these matters. Just call us for advice.

• Non-unionemployeescanchoosea bargaining representative or represent themselves if they wish to do so.

• ASIALisaregisteredemployerorganisation. Members have access to award information and interpretation, assistance with workplace relations matters, and any enquiries relating to rights and responsibilities of employers and employees by just picking up the phoneanddialling.OurIndustrialRelations service has more than 40 years experience in IR/HR and over 20 years servicing the security industry.

• Payingemployeeswhoworkshiftwork 2 weeks in arrears 2 weeks in advance can be problematic. It works well where an employee works day work 76 hours a fortnight but otherwise not recommended. The law does not allow for monthly pays (in arrears) but for salaried staff whose pay does not change from one month to the next 2 weeks in arrears 2 weeks in advance is fine.

• Bothemployersandemployeeshaverights and responsibilities – certainly not equal, however understanding how to best manage the balance is not always immediately obvious. Use ASIAL’s advice to help with these issues that is what we are here for.

• Thereareprotectionsforallemployees, managers and supervisors in the bullying legislation. So far in the period January to March 2014 there were only 6 claims of bullying in the security industry.

• Reasonablemanagementactioncarried out in a reasonable manner does not constitute bullying. Reasonable management action may

include:performancemanagementprocesses, disciplinary action for misconduct, informing a worker about unsatisfactory work performance or inappropriate work behavior, asking a worker to perform reasonable duties in keeping with their job, maintaining reasonable workplace goals and standards.

• Supervisorsandmanagerscanclaimbullying from subordinates.

• Clause15oftheSecurityServicesIndustry Award 2010 deals with allowances. There are two types wage related and Expense related. Wage related are expressed as a percentage of the Level 3 rate of pay, when the rate goes up the allowance goes up (the percentage remains constant). Expense related allowances e.g. Meal Allowances are linked to a CPI sub group e.g. Take-away and fast foods sub-group, and are varied at the same time as wage related allowances.

• LocationandothermiscellaneousAllowances listed in Schedule B of the Award will cease altogether on 31 December 2014.

• DaylightSavingsisalwaysanissue.Nearing the beginning or end of daylight saving, ASIAL posts on the website an explanation on how to deal with daylight savings issues for shift workers, as does the Fair Work Ombudsman.ASIAL has professional advisors and

many resources to assist all businesses in the security industry to operate professionally and profitably. We work closely with regulators to try and ensure that there is a level a playing field for all. We are constantly making submissions to Governments both state and federal on behalf of the industry and individual members – usually SMEs. The more you, our members interact with us the better we can represent you, the more informed you will become and the smoother your businesses will run.

- More Flexible part-time provisions

- Substitution of public holidays by agreement between the employer and the employee

- Time off in lieu of overtime - Loss of security license

Local GovernmentProcurement InitiativeASIAL and the FairWork Ombudsman(FWO) have been working together forthe past year to develop an educationcampaign targeting Local Governmentwhich aims to shift the focus from priceto performance. In 2014 FWO plans toroll out the first phase of the initiative, aneducation campaign to be taken directlyto local councils, their procurementmanagers and councilors.

The message is simple: individualsinvolved in the procurement of servicesat prices that can only be supported bythe payment of below-award wagescould be found to be personally liable forcontraventions of the Act and themodern award.

ASIAL and FWO are in the process offinalising Model Tender Clauses and aModel Workplace Management Plan aswell as information on wages and on-costs so that procurement managerscan make more informed decisionswhen awarding tenders.We are alsodeveloping communication strategies toensure that the key messages reachtheir target audience.

In time, we expect that our work withFWO on the Local GovernmentProcurement Initiative will eventually

extend to other levels of government.ASIAL is committed to working with allGovernment agencies to develop fairand transparent guidelines that willproduce certainty and confidencethroughout the supply chain, resulting ina more professional private securityindustry.

Consultation required forchanges to regular rosters andordinary hours of workFrom 1 January 2014, changing regularrosters requires consultation withaffected employees due to theintroduction of amendments to the FairWork Act 2009 (the Act).

The new provision, section 145A ofthe Act, applies to all Modern Awards inoperation on or immediately before 1January 2014.The section now requiresemployers to consult with all permanentemployees and any casual employeeswho have a reasonable expectation of aregular and systematic pattern ofworking hours about any change to theirregular roster or ordinary hours of work.

The section gives employees thefollowing rights in relation to changes totheir regular working hours:• consultation about a change to their

regular roster or ordinary hours ofwork; and

• representation, if desired for thepurposes of that consultation.

An employer must:• provide information to the employees

about the change; and• invite the employees to give their

views about the impact of the change(including any impact in relation totheir family or caring responsibilities);and

• consider any views about the impactof the change that are given by theemployees.

The requirement in section 145A 'toconsult with employees' was noted in a

decision of the FairWork Commission tomean that there is a requirement toprovide information about the changeand a genuine opportunity for theaffected party to put their views aboutthe proposed change and have themconsidered by the employer.While youshould consider the views of youremployee you do not have to agree withor act on them.

ASIAL Special InterestGroup (SIG)ASIAL’s SIG forums provide interestedmembers with an opportunity to meetwith others in the security industry todiscuss and recommend how we canimprove as an industry. ASIAL SIG’scover Electronics, Manpower, IndustrialRelations and Human Resources andCash in Transit, giving members anopportunity to become actively involvedin improving the industry.

As well as being involved in industrywide matters, we continue to providecorporate members with free over thephone/email advice on any questionrelating to the workplace along withbulletins and templates, all designed tokeep members educated, informed andaware.

While it is not always easy to see theinitiatives we are working on behalf ofmembers and to understand that someinitiatives take longer than others tocome to fruition, you can rest assuredthat we continue to work behind thescenes to effect positive change.

That said, it is important that you haveyour say by participating in our onlinesurveys, blogs and SIG’s. Make sure youkeep abreast of changes by reading theinformation distributed by ASIAL,whether it is First Alert, Security Insider,ASIAL bulletins, Blogs or our web site.

The fact of the matter is that theindustrial relations landscape ischanging and as an employer, you needto understand how the changes willaffect you.

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WORKPLACE RELATIONS

Note:The information provided above is for convenient reference only. ASIAL and Chris Delaney & Associates Pty Ltd providethis information on the basis that it is not to be relied upon in any or all cases, as the circumstances in each matter are specific.Accordingly, we provide this information for general reference only, but we advise you take no action without prior reference toan Employee Relations professional. ASIAL members can contact Chris Delaney by emailing [email protected]

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For the past 20 years, ASIAL has operated a well-respected system ofinspections that check compliance with Australian Standard 2201.2:2004

(Intruder Alarm Systems - Monitoring Centres).The scheme providescustomers with the reassurance that the standards applied at amonitoring centre are independently audited on a regular basis.

To find out whether your alarm is monitored by an ASIAL certifiedmonitoring centre visit

www.asial.com.au/AlarmMonitoringCentreCertification

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- More Flexible part-time provisions

- Substitution of public holidays by agreement between the employer and the employee

- Time off in lieu of overtime - Loss of security license

Local GovernmentProcurement InitiativeASIAL and the FairWork Ombudsman(FWO) have been working together forthe past year to develop an educationcampaign targeting Local Governmentwhich aims to shift the focus from priceto performance. In 2014 FWO plans toroll out the first phase of the initiative, aneducation campaign to be taken directlyto local councils, their procurementmanagers and councilors.

The message is simple: individualsinvolved in the procurement of servicesat prices that can only be supported bythe payment of below-award wagescould be found to be personally liable forcontraventions of the Act and themodern award.

ASIAL and FWO are in the process offinalising Model Tender Clauses and aModel Workplace Management Plan aswell as information on wages and on-costs so that procurement managerscan make more informed decisionswhen awarding tenders.We are alsodeveloping communication strategies toensure that the key messages reachtheir target audience.

In time, we expect that our work withFWO on the Local GovernmentProcurement Initiative will eventually

extend to other levels of government.ASIAL is committed to working with allGovernment agencies to develop fairand transparent guidelines that willproduce certainty and confidencethroughout the supply chain, resulting ina more professional private securityindustry.

Consultation required forchanges to regular rosters andordinary hours of workFrom 1 January 2014, changing regularrosters requires consultation withaffected employees due to theintroduction of amendments to the FairWork Act 2009 (the Act).

The new provision, section 145A ofthe Act, applies to all Modern Awards inoperation on or immediately before 1January 2014.The section now requiresemployers to consult with all permanentemployees and any casual employeeswho have a reasonable expectation of aregular and systematic pattern ofworking hours about any change to theirregular roster or ordinary hours of work.

The section gives employees thefollowing rights in relation to changes totheir regular working hours:• consultation about a change to their

regular roster or ordinary hours ofwork; and

• representation, if desired for thepurposes of that consultation.

An employer must:• provide information to the employees

about the change; and• invite the employees to give their

views about the impact of the change(including any impact in relation totheir family or caring responsibilities);and

• consider any views about the impactof the change that are given by theemployees.

The requirement in section 145A 'toconsult with employees' was noted in a

decision of the FairWork Commission tomean that there is a requirement toprovide information about the changeand a genuine opportunity for theaffected party to put their views aboutthe proposed change and have themconsidered by the employer.While youshould consider the views of youremployee you do not have to agree withor act on them.

ASIAL Special InterestGroup (SIG)ASIAL’s SIG forums provide interestedmembers with an opportunity to meetwith others in the security industry todiscuss and recommend how we canimprove as an industry. ASIAL SIG’scover Electronics, Manpower, IndustrialRelations and Human Resources andCash in Transit, giving members anopportunity to become actively involvedin improving the industry.

As well as being involved in industrywide matters, we continue to providecorporate members with free over thephone/email advice on any questionrelating to the workplace along withbulletins and templates, all designed tokeep members educated, informed andaware.

While it is not always easy to see theinitiatives we are working on behalf ofmembers and to understand that someinitiatives take longer than others tocome to fruition, you can rest assuredthat we continue to work behind thescenes to effect positive change.

That said, it is important that you haveyour say by participating in our onlinesurveys, blogs and SIG’s. Make sure youkeep abreast of changes by reading theinformation distributed by ASIAL,whether it is First Alert, Security Insider,ASIAL bulletins, Blogs or our web site.

The fact of the matter is that theindustrial relations landscape ischanging and as an employer, you needto understand how the changes willaffect you.


WORKPLACE RELATIONS

Note:The information provided above is for convenient reference only. ASIAL and Chris Delaney & Associates Pty Ltd providethis information on the basis that it is not to be relied upon in any or all cases, as the circumstances in each matter are specific.Accordingly, we provide this information for general reference only, but we advise you take no action without prior reference toan Employee Relations professional. ASIAL members can contact Chris Delaney by emailing [email protected]


For the past 20 years, ASIAL has operated a well-respected system ofinspections that check compliance with Australian Standard 2201.2:2004

(Intruder Alarm Systems - Monitoring Centres).The scheme providescustomers with the reassurance that the standards applied at amonitoring centre are independently audited on a regular basis.

To find out whether your alarm is monitored by an ASIAL certifiedmonitoring centre visit

www.asial.com.au/AlarmMonitoringCentreCertification

Who’s monitoringyour alarm?

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SUB-CoNTRACToR LIABILITY

UnderstandIng the lIabIlIty IssUes when appoIntIng sUbcontractors and theIr Impact on pUblIc lIabIlIty InsUrance*



What is sub-contracting?The use of sub-contractors is common in many industries. However, it is especially prevalent in the building and construction industry. A sub-contractor is a person or company who is appointed to provide part of the services that a contractor has agreed to provide to a principal. Sometimes the services are professional in nature (e.g. designing or specifying something) and sometimes they involve the delivery of a product or outcome (e.g. construction of a building/works or supply of a manufactured product or servicing, repairing or maintaining something).

Example 1: A property developer (Mackerel

Developments Pty Ltd) appoints a

building construction firm (BrickCorp Ltd)

to build and manage the construction of

12 luxury villas at Port Stephens (Giorgio

Apartments). Mackerel Developments

is the principal and enters into a “Head

Contract” with BrickCorp. The Head

Contract requires BrickCorp to engage

all the consultants and contractors who

will perform work on the site (including

architects, engineers, surveyors,

earthwork and demolition contractors,

bricklayers, electricians, plumbers,

joiners, plasterers etc.) and to sign a

Sub-Contract with each and every sub-

contractor. There are service standards,

indemnities and insurance requirements

in the Head Contract and the Sub-

Contract which are designed to protect

Mackerel Development’s interests and

minimise its legal liability.

Liability issues when appointing sub-contractorsPrincipals, head contractors and subcontractors all owe duties of care to each other and to any third party who is injured or has their property damaged. The extent of

their direct liability for a third Party’s loss or damage depends on which of these parties was responsible for safety issues on the site and whose conduct caused the loss or damage.

It is possible that one or more people may have direct liability for third party loss or damage - it depends entirely on the circumstances that led to the damage or injury.

Example 2:A prospective buyer of a luxury villa

in the “Giorgio” development is invited

onto the construction site by Mackerel

Developments. While visiting the site,

the buyer hit their head on a scaffolding

cross bar which was erected by a Sub-

contractor (Upright Scaffolding Pty Ltd).

The injured buyer requires treatment and

threatens to sue! Upright Scaffolding

negligently installed the cross bar.

BrickCorp didn’t install a sign to alert

people that they could hit their head nor

did it take the cross bar down when it

knew it hadn’t been installed properly.

Each of them owes a duty of care to

the injured buyer to exercise reasonable

care for his safety. Each of their acts or

omissions has contributed to his injuries.

The “principal and agent” relationship between principals, head contractors and subcontractors may also create a situation where one or more is “vicariously” liable for loss or damage caused by the others. This is because a principal is vicariously liable for the acts of its agents. So the principal is vicariously liable for the acts of the head contractor and in turn, the head contractor is vicariously liable for the acts of the sub-contractor.

For this reason:• Head contracts usually contain

indemnity clauses requiring the head contractor to indemnify the principal for its liability for any

death, injury or damage caused by the head contractor and any sub-contractors; and

• Sub-contracts usually have similar clauses requiring the subcontractor to indemnify the head contractor for its liability for death, injury or damage caused by the sub-contractors.

The chain of liability can easily be broken if the indemnity clauses in each contract are not properly drafted to give each “principal” maximum legal protection.

Such contracts nearly always require each party to hold insurance to cover the indemnity they have provided - but the combination of an indemnity clause and an insurance clause can have unintended consequences in the event of a claim!

Example 3: The Sub-Contract between BrickCorp

and Upright states:

“The Sub-contractor must indemnify

the Head Contractor and the Principal

for any liability suffered or incurred by

the Head Contractor or the Principal

arising out of the performance of the

Subcontract Works.”

The Sub-Contract requires Upright to

hold a public liability policy:

• coveringtheliabilityreferredtointhe

indemnity clause; and

• inthejointnamesofUprightandthe

Head Contractor; and

• coveringeachofthemfortheir

“respective rights and liabilities”.

• Upright’spolicyisnotinjointnames

and doesn’t cover “respective rights

and liabilities”.

The injured buyer sues BrickCorp and

Upright. The court finds that BrickCorp

and Upright were directly liable - Upright

for putting up the scaffolding cross bar

that injured THE buyer and the BrickCorp

for failing to remove it. BrickCorp sues


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Upright to recover under the indemnity

clause and alleges breach of contract for

“failure to insure”.

Impact on public liability insuranceMost public liability policies only cover the insured’s legal liability for third party property damage or personal injury. They are not intended to cover another person’s legal liability.

Example 4:In the legal proceedings, the court

finds that Upright does not have to

indemnify BrickCorp because BrickCorp’s

liability to the injured person was direct,

not vicarious. In other words, BrickCorp’s

liability arose from its own negligence

in failing to remove the cross bar. This

liability did not come within the indemnity

clause because it did not “arise out of the

performance of the Subcontract Works

by Upright”.

The Court also finds that Upright

was not required to hold insurance for

BrickCorp’s negligence because:

• thecontractonlyrequiredthepolicy

to cover BrickCorp’s liability for the

negligent acts of Upright; and

• itwouldbeunusualforUprightto

be required to buy insurance for

Brickcorp’s negligence if the indemnity

clause meant that Upright had no

liability for Brickcorp’s negligence.

It is a lucky escape for Upright

because the court decided that

Brickcorp’s claim did not come within the

indemnity clause. This meant they never

had to consider whether the insurance

policy would cover a valid claim under

the indemnity clause.

Traps for sub-contractorsIf there is a “difference” between

the liability assumed under the contract of the insured and the liability they would otherwise have under the Common Law, often the policy won’t respond.

Example: An indemnity clause requires

a subcontractor to assume liability for

all loss or damage - regardless of who

caused it.

This is a classic example of where the “contractual liability” exclusion is triggered.

In these situations, a client who wants maximum protection from their insurancecaneither:• Purchaseapolicythatcovers

liability assumed under contract (e.g. umbrella liability) or have the policy endorsed and extended to cover liabilities assumed under the particular contract (e.g. have the

contract designated on the policy schedule); or

• Re-negotiatetheindemnityclause so it is consistent with the insured’s legal liability.

This will involve incorporating elements of proportionate liability and contributory negligence into the wording of the indemnity clause or confining the indemnity to where the loss or damage is caused by the sub-contractor’s negligence.

Brokers should recommend that clients get legal advice on this.

For more assistance, or if you would like a legal review of your contracts and insurance policies, contact your broker for assistance.

Angelo Gannis, Client Manager, Aon Risk Services Australia Ltd Tel:(02)92537489or Mobile:0434077767

* Disclaimer: This article contains general information about contractual liability issues. It is not tailored to your individual circumstances and is not a substitute for obtaining specific insurance and legal advice about the contractual liability issues that arise in your business.

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Understanding Physical Security Information Management

Physical Security Information Management (PSIM) is a powerful category that provides a platform using existing middleware software which has previously been installed in a client premises to integrate multiple unconnected security applications and devices, and control them through a comprehensive user interface.

It is not a replacement for hardware like intrusion detectors, video

cameras, and fire detectors, Building Management Systems or Network Systems. Instead it communicates via existing Software Development Kits (SDKs) and Application Programing Interfaces (APIs) to get to the depths of the middleware software databases and extract information or display events in the detailed Graphical User Interface (GUI).

The PSIM allows for normally disparate uncoordinated systems

to become one powerful system, because at a database level you caninterconnect,forexample,Video,Access, Fire, and Intercoms. It now becomes one system to the operator and allows them to see a complete picture of the system and site.

A complete PSIM software System hassixkeycapabilities:• Collection – of data from

subsystems.

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“To date, many security providers have been slow to embrace this technological advancement. As a result, there is a shortfall in the skills base of their sales teams and technicians ability to meet market needs.

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• Analysis – of the data presented and creating events in priority.

• Verification – of all the data for quick event presentation and easy to follow instructions.

• Resolution – using instructions that apply the Standard OperatingProcedures(SOPs).

• Reporting – all relevant information in line with the client’s best practices and

policies.• Full Audit Trail – by recording

how each operator interacts with events, preventing operator changes, ensuring the client’sSOPs,bestpractices and policies are complied with when events are actioned, and monitoring the operator’s reaction time to each event. Depending on the complexity of

the integration there is usually no need for the operators to go to the sub-systems to action events. As a result there is not only less operator training required but also an overall enhancement of risk management. This is due to less human interaction with the system which avoids human error such as that caused by data duplication and poor decision making. Forexampleby:• Ensuringthatallemployeeshave

appropriate controls access, thereby eliminating the risk of the security operator giving a person insufficient and/or excessive access;

• Forcingcorrectsystemcommissioning so that no incorrect devices are recorded in the system which in turn improves operator reaction time when identifying and actioning events;

• Preventinganeventfrombeingcleared until the cascading events areactionedpertheSOPs;

• Importingdifferentmapswhichallow the operators to pinpoint where devices are; and

• Auto-generatingsystemreportsinsoft or hard copy format for review by management.The PSIM is a major development

from the analogue hard-wired system integration widely used to date. Improved detail in the reporting of events, for example being able to determine the type of event not merely an alarm in the case of tamper, loss of video, low battery etc allows operators to be more acutely aware of the “whole picture” and act accordingly.

Key requirements for installation:• Fromtheoutsetoftheproject

operators should engage with the client’sITDepartment,CEO,CFOandSecurityManager:

• Managementshouldbeadvisedas to the benefits the new system will offer such as fewer operators required, cost savings, compliance and potential integration with HR systems.

• ITManagementshouldbeconsulted regarding network monitoring.

• Asitesurveyshouldbeundertakenwherebythefollowingisnoted:

• Passwordsonsubsystems• Numberofinputs(Cameras,

Controlled Doors, Fire detectors, Intrusion Devices)

• IPAddresses,Subnetmasksetc.• Electronicmappingofsite• Devicelocations• Numberofsubsystems• Numberofoperators

• SiteManager• Currenttechnologybeing

usedsuchasDVR/NVRVideo Management Systems, Physical Access Control Systems,

IntelligentVideo,Intrusion Detection Systems, Fire/Smoke,

Fence sensors, Intercom Systems, Communication Systems Pagers, Radios, IT Management Systems.• DiscussionwithITManagement

as to the required ports that need to be opened on network, the bandwidth requirements and who is to undertake server procurement.

To date, many security providers have been slow to embrace this technological advancement. As a result, there is a shortfall in the skills base of their sales teams and technicians ability to meet market needs.

However, with some investment in training and resources this new technology provides an exciting opportunity for medium / large providers to break into a growing niche market by offering unique system installations.

If you’re not sure where to start, talk to your supplier to see whether they have the solutions to help you embrace this new technology.

*Clifford Vituli is a security professional with over 30 years industry experience.


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ARM Security WA 402 A1 10 Mar 2015

ARTSecurity VIC 392 A1 30 Sep 2014

Calamity Monitoring NSW 422 A1 20 Mar 2016

Central Monitoring Services NSW 420 B1 31 Dec 2014

Energize Australia VIC 421 C2 01 Aug 2014

Glad Security NSW 398A A2 25 Nov 2014

Golden Electronics TAS 395 A1 17 Oct 2014

Grade One Monitoring NSW 424 A1 8 May 2016

Instant Security Alarms QLD 413 A1 23 Sep 2015

ISS Security NSW 418 B3 13 Dec 2015

Linfox Armaguard VIC 393 A1 08 Aug 2014

Mekina Technologies TAS 399 A1 02 Nov 2014

Onwatch NSW 425 B1 5 Oct 2014

Paul-Tec (Australia) NSW 409 A1 01 Aug 2015

Proforce Security VIC 423 A1 24 Apr 2016

Protection Pacific Security VIC 394 C2 9 Aug 2014

RAA Security Services SA 400 A1 12 Dec 2014

Secom Australia NSW 417 A1 14 Dec 2015

Sectrol Security VIC 412 B2 01 Dec 2014

Securemonitoring VIC 414 A1 23 Nov 2015

Security Alarm Monitoring Service SA 426 A1 18 Jun 2016

Security Control Room VIC 411 A1 18 Aug 2015

Sesco Security WA 407 A1 03 Jun 2015

SMC Australia QLD 416 A1 07 Dec 2015

SMC Australia VIC 415 A1 16 Dec 2015

SNP Security (Newcastle) NSW 410 A1 17 Aug 2015

SNP Security (Sydney) NSW 430 A1 13 Aug 2016

Spectus WA 406 A1 12 Apr 2015

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Hikvision DS-2CD64 1.3MP WDR Covert IP Camera Series provideboth flexibility and ease of installation, its size allows the camera toeasily blend into very limited space, which makes it ideal for discreetsurveillance applications.This product incorporates true 120dB WDR,as well as other powerful image processing functionalities like 3DDNR and BLC. Additionally, the DS-2CD64 series supports on-boardstorage of up-to 64GB and ROI codec to save on overall bandwidthand storage. It also provides choice of lens and mounting types forusers to find an option to best fit their surveillance needs.

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The DTU3G/IP lite is the most cost effective, reliable 3G alarm communicator the Australian Security Industry has ever seen. Using Dual-SIM 3G technology to communicate on both Telstra NextG & Optus 3G networks with IP backup & boasting a host of features, the DTU3G/IP Lite is sure to impress! Complimented by a 10 Year hardware warranty & 10 Year Mobile Network Compatibility Guarantee, the DTU3G/IP Lite leaves the competition for dead whilst giving your customers with the peace of mind they are covered... For the next decade!Join the 10s of 1000s of residences and commercial premises enjoying the hassle free, super reliable world of DirectWireless Alarm Monitoring.

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Enter the Digital Era with the Ecraft Pro Series range of equipment.This equipment allows you to digitally modulate any source in SD and

HD format over a coax system.Sources include AV(CVBS),HDMI and SDI from media players,cameras,

receivers etc.Our coax and IPTV/CCTV system designers will assist you with design

and support to ensure that the installation is efficient.The EPS series isideal solution when the site is required to use the existing infrastructurekeeping costs at minimum. EPS series is a typical solution for retirementvillages, pubs, clubs, sporting venues, hospitals, correctional centres andhigh risers.

Hikvision DS-2CD64 1.3MP WDR Covert IP Camera Series provideboth flexibility and ease of installation, its size allows the camera toeasily blend into very limited space, which makes it ideal for discreetsurveillance applications.This product incorporates true 120dB WDR,as well as other powerful image processing functionalities like 3DDNR and BLC. Additionally, the DS-2CD64 series supports on-boardstorage of up-to 64GB and ROI codec to save on overall bandwidthand storage. It also provides choice of lens and mounting types forusers to find an option to best fit their surveillance needs.

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AUGUSTASIAL Industry Briefing 6th August, Brisbane

Webinar – Superannuationlegislative update and education in the workplace 15th August 2014 @ 1.00pm (AEST)

Integrate 2014 26th – 28th August Sydney Showground Olympic Park www.integrate-expo.com

SEpTEmbERSecurity in Government 2014 1-3 September 2014, National Convention Centre, Canberra

ASIAL Industry briefing 24 September, Canberra

ASIAL Industry briefing 25 September, Hobart

NOVEmbERASIAL Industry briefing 6 November, Adelaide ASIAL Industry briefing 7 November, Perth ASIAL Industry briefing 26 November, Sydney 45th ASIAL AGm 26 November 2014

The annual SIG Conference and Exhibition, hosted by the Attorney-General’s Department, is the largest gathering of government and private sector protective security practitioners in one conference.

The theme for the SIG 2014 Conference program is Mitigating the trusted insider threat. The conference program will focus on:

• understandingandidentifyingtheriskfrom trusted insiders; and

• examiningcurrentandemergingpolicies,plansandbusinessframeworksavailabletomitigatetherisk.

Senator the Hon George Brandis QC, Attorney-General, will give the opening address at SIG 2014.

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OCTObERASIAL Industry briefing 15 October, Brisbane ASIAL Industry briefing 16 October, Melbourne 19th Annual Australian Security Industry Awards for Excellence 23 October 2014, The Ivy Ballroom, Sydney

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